Dr. Dale AtkinsEmbracing Change: Reflections on Relationships Over Four Decades40 years ago, I wrote my first book, SISTERS: A Practical and Helpful Exploration of the Intimate and Complex Bond Between Female Siblings…Oct 24Oct 24
Dr. Dale AtkinsA Personal Reflection on News Consumption and Social DivisionThis morning, I woke up dizzy. Dizzy as in the room was spinning and I could not get out of bed. My tummy was upset, and I felt nauseous…Sep 30Sep 30
Dr. Dale AtkinsHow to Start a Difficult Conversation: Offering Support with EmpathyThere are times when a friend or loved one is going through difficulties that we want to reach out and show we care. Finding the right…Sep 4Sep 4
Dr. Dale AtkinsThe Heart of Courage: Navigating Grief, Fear, and KindnessAs a child, I watched The Wizard of Oz multiple times. Zeke, (The Cowardly Lion), wore his vulnerability on his furry sleeve, had…Jul 30Jul 30
Dr. Dale Atkins“Getting to Know You”The song by the same name is from Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The King and I.Jun 21Jun 21
Dr. Dale AtkinsFinding Presence in the Wild: A Journey of Connection and ReflectionSometimes, we have a life-altering experience. For me, this happened when I visited South Africa, Zambia, and Botswana. I was far away from…Jun 11Jun 11
Dr. Dale AtkinsEmbracing Kindness in a World of Uncertainty: Reflections from a Heartfelt GatheringAs many of you know, a few years ago Amanda Salzhauer and I co-authored THE KINDNESS ADVANTAGE. We were privileged to meet people from all…Apr 23Apr 23
Dr. Dale AtkinsCompassion in Everyday Moments: Choosing Understanding Over Judgment“Here is what we seek: a compassion that can stand in awe at what the poor have to carry rather than stand in judgment at how they carry…Mar 31Mar 31
Dr. Dale AtkinsNot Sharing Concerns with Loved Ones for Fear of Being Shut OutI have received many inquiries from people in different stages of their lives who have one thing in common. Each is hesitant to share…Feb 29Feb 29
Dr. Dale AtkinsRediscovering Silence: Lessons from Losing My VoiceI recently lost my voice. It was part of having a cold, along with a sore throat, persistent cough, drippy nose, headache, exhaustion…Feb 4Feb 4